India / Transport / Project manager

Pooja Rastogi

Pooja at Rishikesh, Located in the foothills of the Himalayas in northern India.

Pooja at Rishikesh, Located in the foothills of the Himalayas in northern India.Pooja white water rafting with colleagues and family at Rishikesh.

"Open, ethical and fair."

Why did you decide to join Mott MacDonald?

I decided to join Mott MacDonald as it had a large transport sector with lots of different projects that they were involved in. India was very enticing and helped me to decide to join Mott MacDonald.

What is the best thing about your role?

In my role I have had the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects and in various roles on each of these projects. This diversity has kept my interest alive in what I do professionally and I look forward to each day of work at Mott MacDonald.

How would you describe the culture of Mott MacDonald?

Open, ethical and fair. I am proud of the fact that I work in a company like Mott MacDonald.

What has been your most memorable project?

My first project in Mott MacDonald was definitely the most memorable. This was the Masterplan for the Delhi Airport. To actually use this facility after it was built was pure pleasure.

What has been your favourite Mott MacDonald social event?

Annually on a sunny winter afternoon, community lunch was organised wherein volunteers brought in home cooked meals. This was one of my favourite social events. The fact that the earnings were given to charity was further icing on the cake.

If you were stranded on a desert island, what are the five things that you would want to have with you?

A smartphone with internet, a good book, food, water and a boat to take me back home!